The 20 Best Psoriatic Arthritis Doctors Near Me in athens, GA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Psoriatic Arthritis near athens, GA. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Referral required

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Athens

    1270 Prince Avenue, Ste 303, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Hedrick is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Hedrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Hedrick is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hedrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    957 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Chafin-Iii is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Chafin-Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Chafin-Iii is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2009. Dr. Chafin-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    957 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brent Flickinger is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Flickinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Scleredema, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Flickinger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2007. Dr. Flickinger is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    957 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marta Bognar is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Bognar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Bognar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 1997. Dr. Bognar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Piedmont Physicians Rheumatology Athens

    1270 Prince Avenue, Ste 303, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Komal Ejaz is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Ejaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chondrocalcinosis 2, Raynaud Phenomenon, Sjogren Syndrome, Psoriasis, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Ejaz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ejaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical Of Athens

    120 Hawthorne Park, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Dutch, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mallory Shillinger is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Shillinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Shillinger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shillinger is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    315 Newton Bridge Rd, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Albert Brooks is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Brooks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Brooks is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Arthritis Center Of North Georgia

    957 Baxter Street, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Elmore is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Elmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica. Dr. Elmore is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2016 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology - 2018. Dr. Elmore is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical At Oconee Health Campus

    1305 Jennings Mill Road, Suite 220, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Wells is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine

    Oconee Family Practice PC

    1747 Langford Drive, Building 400, Suite 105, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Earhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Earhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Earhart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Oconee Health Campus

    1305 Jennings Mill Road, Suite 210, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Mcelhannon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Mcelhannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Mcelhannon is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mcelhannon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Hawthorne Medical Of Watkinsville

    1351 Stonebridge Parkway, Building 105, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Miller is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1622 Mars Hill Rd Ste C, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Padmanaidu Karnam is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Karnam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Dr. Karnam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1181 Langford Dr Ste 105, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Toby Bond is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Bond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sinusitis. Dr. Bond is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriatic Arthritis
    Family Medicine

    Adams Primary Care PC

    25 Nomora Dr, 
    Danielsville, GA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Adams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Danielsville, Georgia. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Acute Cystitis, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Psoriatic Arthritis?

    Psoriatic arthritis is a joint problem (arthritis) that often occurs with a skin condition called psoriasis.

    When should I see a Psoriatic Arthritis doctor near athens, GA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Psoriatic Arthritis doctor near athens, GA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Psoriatic Arthritis doctors near athens, GA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Psoriatic Arthritis doctors near athens, GA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Psoriatic Arthritis doctor near athens, GA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Psoriatic Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Psoriatic Arthritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Psoriatic Arthritis doctor near athens, GA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Psoriatic Arthritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Psoriatic Arthritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Psoriatic Arthritis doctors near athens, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Psoriatic Arthritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Psoriatic Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Psoriatic Arthritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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